Name: A global culture to fight extremism
Uploaded: 2011-07-14T10:37:18Z
Duration: 17 min 36 s
Description: Why do transnational extremist organizations succeed where democratic movements have a harder time taking hold? Maajid Nawaz, a former Islamist extremist, asks for new grassroots stories and global social activism to spread democracy in the face of nationalism and xenophobia.

Why do transnational extremist organizations succeed where democratic movements have a harder time taking hold? Maajid Nawaz, a former Islamist extremist, asks for new grassroots stories and global social activism to spread democracy in the face of nationalism and xenophobia.

Maajid Nawaz: A global culture to fight extremism

A global culture to fight extremism

Extremist movements exploit digital platforms for global reach, outpacing democratic movements in forming transnational allegiances.

The rise of behavior age sees identity shaped by narratives crossing borders, challenging traditional nation-state allegiances.

To counter extremism, a global, youth-led movement fostering democratic culture beyond mere elections is crucial for societal change.